Chapter 94: There Are Bad People in the Black Water Gang

The Deputy Boss spoke at this moment.

With a smiling face, he chose the Jade Buddha.

"Huh!"

The Jade Buddha couldn't help but exhale a sigh of relief.

If this vote had also gone to Ye Tian, he wouldn't even need to compete—he could go home right now.

Fortunately, it was now a tie.

At some point, sweat had already coated the Jade Buddha's forehead; he no longer looked as confident as before.

Compared to the Jade Buddha, Ye Tian's demeanor appeared more composed, yet he didn't appear utterly impassive—his face still showed subtle signs of tension or relief.

If someone looked completely unchanged, that would be truly suspicious.

"Hey, God of Wealth, you can't talk like that. Sēn Lǎo is old enough, wasn't he killed by his own subordinates? A boss still needs ability."

Dao Gui shot an annoyed glance at the Deputy Boss.

The man known as the Deputy Boss, God of Wealth, merely smiled indifferently.

"A Hall Master selection? It's certainly no joke—let's leave it to the Boss's decision!"

Everyone knew the Deputy Boss was the Boss himself; this whole charade was probably just to create a tie, so that Gang Leader Heiluo could make the final call.

Otherwise, how could the Boss demonstrate his own authority?

"Pfft! I'm saying this outright—seniority means nothing."

Dao Gui muttered, clearly displeased.

Regardless of Dao Gui's thoughts, the Jade Buddha was so furious his hands were trembling—what the hell, you took the money and didn't deliver?

When you took those dozens of taels, why didn't you say this? If I'd known, I'd have been a fool to send so much money—and worst of all, the Jade Buddha couldn't say a word now.

Those dozens of taels were gone, wasted.

How come there are so many bad people in the Black Water Gang?

Fortunately, at this moment, someone genuinely stood up to speak for the Jade Buddha.

"Youngsters are too impulsive—let them train more; what's wrong with that? I think this Jade Buddha is perfectly suited for the Hall Master position."

"By the way, the tea you sent before was excellent—just a bit too little."

Already caught in the tense, nerve-wracking state of uncertainty, the Jade Buddha immediately nodded in agreement at this remark.

"If Elder Yao Hall Master likes it, I have plenty more."

Clearly, the Jade Buddha had also given gifts to Elder Yao.

In fact, the Jade Buddha had given gifts to all these people—that's why he'd originally been so confident. Who knew it would turn out like this?

"Fair enough!"

Elder Yao smiled contentedly.

But some were not satisfied.

"Cough, cough!"

A simple cough—but at the sound's source, everyone fell silent in unison, all turning to look toward Gang Leader Heiluo.

At this moment, Heiluo had already suppressed all emotions in his eyes, his gaze sweeping over both Ye Tian and the Jade Buddha.

The nervous Jade Buddha couldn't help swallowing hard.

His entire heart was suspended.

"The Hall Master position truly requires someone with both seniority and ability to hold it."

These words made the Jade Buddha relax inwardly; his lips began to curl upward uncontrollably. Seniority? Wasn't that him?

How long has Ye Tian been in the Black Water Gang? How many years have I been here? Who could possibly compare to me?

"Thank—"

The Jade Buddha was about to speak.

But the next moment.

"However!"

Those in high positions always have one flaw—they can't speak plainly.

Before the Jade Buddha could finish, Heiluo spoke directly.

"When my father became Black Water Gang's Boss, he was only thirty. When I took over, I was under twenty—this proves young people aren't incapable; it all depends on personal ability."

"In that case, Ye Tian!"

As he said this,

Heiluo lifted his gaze toward Ye Tian.

"Boss!"

Ye Tian's expression instantly brightened with excitement.

"You shall take this Hall Master position! Of course, if you fail, don't blame me for being merciless!"

"Rest assured, Boss!"

Hearing Heiluo's words, Ye Tian immediately looked at him with solemn seriousness.

"I will certainly perform this role diligently and not disappoint you, Boss!"

"Hmm!"

After receiving Ye Tian's reply, Heiluo nodded in satisfaction, then said directly:

"In three days, prepare the Hall Master promotion banquet. Everyone, disperse!"

After saying that.

Heiluo immediately rose and left; having made his choice, there was no reason to stay any longer.

For people like Head Bosses or Fist Masters, just saying a word is enough.

But a Hall Master is already a core figure of the gang; whether large or small, ascending to the position of Hall Master requires hosting a banquet—it cannot be settled with just a few words.

"Bāngzhǔ…!"

Watching Black Luo leave.

Jade Buddha couldn't help raising his hand; his entire demeanor turned gray and pale.

Clearly, he hadn't anticipated such a dramatic turn of events.

The Hall Master position, which he had thought was assured, was gone—had he lost? Lost to Ye Tian?

But even now, Jade Buddha didn't understand how he had lost; he couldn't fathom it—where exactly had he fallen short of Ye Tian?

"What, do you intend to fight the Bāngzhǔ?"

Yet.

Before anything else was said, Dao Gui and the others who rose to their feet sneered.

"No no no! I dare not!"

Jade Buddha quickly shook his head.

Come on, if I can't take the Hall Master seat, I'm still a Head Boss—but if I show any discontent toward the Bāngzhǔ, I won't even know how I died.

At the side, Old Ghost also stood up; his expression seemed grim.

Seeing Jade Buddha in this state, he walked over and patted his shoulder.

"There will be other chances—if anything comes up, come find me!"

Then, without even glancing at Ye Tian on the other side, he walked away directly; surely no one present failed to sense that Old Ghost already harbored some displeasure toward the newly installed Ye Tian.

"I will never forget Old Ghost Hall Master's kindness!"

Coming to his senses, Jade Buddha looked over with gratitude.

This was the true kind of Hall Master who took money and delivered results—unlike others, they were truly disgusting.

Old Ghost's support still brought Jade Buddha a moment of inner calm.

Even if Ye Tian now sat in the Hall Master's seat, he was surely isolated and weak.

As for me, I have the support of Old Ghost Hall Master—and Old Ghost Hall Master naturally commands the allegiance of Poison Dragon and Pig Sister. In short, though I didn't take the Hall Master seat,

I've instantly gained the backing of three Hall Masters.

Even Ye Tian won't be able to cause me trouble in the short term.

Thinking this,

Jade Buddha glared fiercely at Ye Tian.

"Hah!"

This scene made Dao Gui sneer.

He said nothing, walked away directly; as for Ye Tian, Dao Gui didn't even spare him a second glance—still, as he'd said, supporting Ye Tian's rise didn't mean he valued Ye Tian much at all.

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